Drive through the City of Gaithersburg Winter Lights Festival featuring 3.5 miles of enchanted woodland with more than 450 illuminated displays and spectacularly lit trees that brighten the evening sky. Celebrating its 26th spectacular season, the display in Seneca Creek State Park features seasonal scenes like Winter Woods, Teddy Bear Land, Toyland, Victorian Village, and the North Pole.

For an added experience, come during one of the Enchanted Evenings. These are special themed events available before Winter Lights opens to vehicles. S’mores Lights is for all ages to enjoy an evening roasting marshmallows in a beautiful woodland setting. Sip & Sparkle is a 21+ tasting event where guests can try beer and wine from local Tastemakers like Saints Row Brewing, Clear Skies Meadery, Sugarloaf Mountain Vineyard, and more. Ride around on an open-air trolley under the dazzling lights. Take your furry friends to the Walk & Wag Enchanted Evening where you can take a one or three-mile stroll under the lights. Afterwards, get a selfie with Santa and food from a local food truck.

The City of Gaithersburg Winter Lights Festival is open every night from November 29 through December 31 (except December 25) at Seneca Creek State Park. Tickets must be purchased in advance and won’t be available at the gate. The price is $15 per car/van (Monday-Thursday) and $25 per car/van (Friday-Sunday), or $30 for a 15+ passenger van.